Events

Geekenders Present ‘The Rocky Horror Show’ by Richard O’Brien

On June 16, 1973, director Jim Sharman debuted a musical that would warp time, space, and sweet transvestites for ever… THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW. Written for the stage by Richard O’Brien (who would later play Riff Raff in the sensational cult-movie adapatation, THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW), the original live

Ladies Against Humanity: Live

Who run the world? Girls! Join The Fictionals and special guests on March 21st at the Rio Theatre for the annual Ladies Against Humanity special! Some of the funniest women from around Vancouver will bring Cards Against Humanity to life, award sweet prizes to witty audience members, and crown the

Bump & Grind Rewind!

Bump & Grind Rewind! A tribute to the Golden Era of Burlesque We can’t spell “Burlesque” without “U”—so please: help us rock this year’s BHOF Weekend Legends Challenge!! Friday March 11th  Tickets $15 in advance 20 at the door.  Advance tickets available by clicking HERE Doors at

The Force Is Shakin’: A Sci-Fi Burlesque Adventure!

Geekenders presents: The Force is Shakin’ A Sci-Fi Burlesque Adventure A brand-new Geekenders Theatricals production! After 3 sold out shows in April and May, The Geekenders are back for 2 more shows! –   –   Friday, June 3rd Doors 7:00pm | Show 8:00pm

Jaclyn Guillou: Album Release Concert

Join us at the Rio for the highly anticipated Juno nominated album release of Jaclyn Guillou – – March 5th Doors 8pm, Show 9pm 19+ ages event  – – – Tickets

The Residents present Shadowland

Timbre Concerts Presents: The Residents present SHADOWLAND Thursday April 14th, 2016 @ The Rio Theatre – 19+ Show/All General Admission Doors: 7:00pm, Screening 8:00pm, Performance to follow Tickets $35.00 (plus appl. s/c) advance available online at Ticketweb Also

Brickhouse CD Release Show

Brickhouse, arguably Vancouver’s favourite Blues Funk Band is set to release their newest album “Future” on Saturday March 19, 2016 with a show here at the Rio Theatre on East Broadway. Doors open 7pm/ Show 8pm General Admission, come early for a good seat! +19 with 2 pieces of I/D for

JFL Presents: Everything Is Terrible!

JFL NorthWest presents Everything Is Terrible! Saturday, February 27th, 2016 Doors 6pm, Show 7pm Tickets on sale now! Purchase Link: http://ticketf.ly/1ZCLgTK Once a millenium, something emerges from the darkest corner of the universe and enlightens us to the true meaning of

A Great Big World: Live!

A Great Big World with guests THURS, MAR 24 All Ages / General Admission Doors 7:00pm / Show 8:00pm Facebook Presale: Wed, Jan 20 at 10am – Thurs Jan 21 at 10pm Password: APPLAUSE On Sale: Fri, Jan 22 at 10am Get tix:

Super Bowl 54! Free Screening & Party (2019)

Because our screen is bigger. Waaaaaaaay bigger. That’s why. Enjoy the ultimate game day experience on Sunday, February 2 (2019) at our annual (not to mention FREE!) Super Bowl screening and party at the Rio Theatre. Trivia! Prizes! Football!! Come early to get yourself

About The Rio

Voted the #1 Independent Theatre in Vancouver, the Rio Theatre is a multimedia venue featuring arthouse, mainstream and cult-classic cinemas as well as live entertainment. Built in 1938, the Rio has been fully restored with a state of the art digital projector, surround sound, a huge stage and 420 luxurious seats.

1660 East Broadway, Vancouver, BC

Phone: 604.879.3456

Info Line: 604.878.3456

Email: [email protected]

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